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Revolutionary design. Superior bio-mechanics. The right way to roll. That’s the motto of Rowheels, a Wisconsin-based company that has created a new type of wheels, called Rev1, for manually operated wheelchairs. What makes Rowheels different from its competitors is not … Read More→

The basic design of the wheelchair has changed very little over the years, least of all cosmetically. Granted its functionality is more important than its aesthetic appeal, and there really isn’t anything inherently wrong with the overall design, but what … Read More→

For Chicago-area residents with disabilities, indoor sports are a great opportunity to shake off the rust that builds up in most people’s joints during the winter months. That’s why organizations like the AHAI (Amatuer Hockey Association of Illinois, Inc.) and … Read More→

The fashion industry, unlike the handicap van industry, has a reputation for being cutthroat, shallow and extremely exclusive. However, we saw something different this year at FTL Moda’s show during New York Fashion Week, were models in wheelchairs and the … Read More→

With the 87th Academy Awards set to kick off, we decided to put the spotlight on a filmmaker that has been making great strides within both the Multiple Sclerosis and documentary film communities. In 2006, Jason DaSilva set out on … Read More→

Were you one of the many millions of people that watched the Super Bowl a few weeks ago? Whether you’re a football fan or not, we all know the commercials play an important part of every annual Super Bowl. Did … Read More→

Roughly 1 in every 5 people are living with a disability in our world today, yet there are still many obstacles when it comes to accessibility. And, while there isn’t an issue when it comes to finding handicap vans for … Read More→

Researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have been working toward a universal way to use interactive video game technology in order to help patients with muscular dystrophy. Creating this through video game technology called Ability Captured Through Interactive Video Evaluation, or … Read More→

As winter drags on and temperatures dip to new lows, getting out of your house to exercise can become as painful as diving into a frozen lake for a swim. While there are some polar bears who don’t mind coming … Read More→

Snow is always exciting in the Midwest around Christmas time, but other than that, it can be quite the hassle to deal with for majority of the year. Am I right? Even if you aren’t a wheelchair user, snow can … Read More→

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